Matt Gagnon discusses JD Vance’s criticisms of European political restrictions and his support for far-right political parties in Germany, particularly the Alternative for Germany. Matt highlights Vance’s argument that restricting political activity and speech can be counterproductive. He contrasts post-WWII Germany’s ban on anything associated with Nazism with the current political landscape, noting the decline of guilt-driven restrictions and the rise of populist, far-right movements. He also touches on the sensitivity around nationalism and patriotism in Germany, exemplified by the country’s new flag and cautious approach to displaying national symbols.
A woman in Indiana who put off dental surgery because she doesn't know if she can afford the copay. A Florida couple with young children who are depleting their savings. A grandmother in Idaho who plans to sell her car to pay the rent. They are among the tens of thousands Transportation Security Administration officers set to receive another $0 paycheck this week.
Two people were killed and several others badly hurt when an Air Canada regional jet struck a fire truck on a runway while landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport, officials said.
Federal immigration officers have been seen at an airport in Atlanta after President Donald Trump said he'd deploy agents to supplement the Transportation Security Administration during a government shutdown that has caused long lines at security checkpoints across the country.
